Glad I found this thread. Been wondering if anyone was heading to Pyramid this weekend. I'm a newbie and would like to meet up if any forum members are heading out.
Been to Pyramid twice so far this year. More specifically, twice in the last month. A bit further drive than Castaic, of course. However, at this point, considering the level of water at Castaic is less than ideal (one launch ramp completely closed down), it's clear Pyramid is the better choice and worth the extra mileage and time.
Water level at Pyramid is also sustained. Worth mentioning, the place is teeming with law enforcement. I run open headers with water and have yet to be questioned or harassed. I would assume as long as you aren't being a complete jackass, a quick wave as they pass should suffice. The officers seem cool and one of them came over to take a look at my truck and then asked why my boat wasn't full of chicks, rather, full of dudes. Ha!
To 86caribbean's/nolimitdieselandfab's point, you will be inspected top to bottom for water. No joke, they are thorough and will search the boat for ANY trace of water or moisture. They even went as far as pulling my my seat cushions. My advice, put ALL of your coolers, ice, drinks, etc. in the back of the truck. I would assume for a major holiday weekend, they'll really be on the lookout. They have no problem turning people away. Wet weather looks like it's coming in on Thursday/Friday as well...covering the boat with everything I've got.